Develop a graph to represent the distance between two cars. The assessment task presents a scenario in which two cars are traveling at constant speeds with one faster than the other. Pupils develop graphical representations to show the distance between the two cars on a straight and an oval track.

Concepts

constant speed, speed, distance, distance rate time problems, graphing, graphing functions

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Provide opportunities for the class to find the difference between two graphs
• Have individuals share their graphs and explanations with the class

Classroom Considerations

• Class members should be able to graph linear equations

Pros

• Contains examples of how the pupils might approach the graphs
• The rubric provides a list of big ideas the task addresses

Cons

• The graphs in the answer key do not provide a legend

Common Core

HSN-Q.A.1 HSN-Q.A.2 HSF-IF.B.4 MP4 MP7